Bean, Winged—Psophocarpus tetragonolobus (L.) D.C.
This document provides an overview of the winged bean (Psophocarpus tetragonolobus), highlighting its nutritional benefits, particularly its high protein content. The plant, also known as goa bean or princess bean, is similar to the garden pole bean and is cultivated for its edible parts, including...
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The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries
2003-05-01
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| Online Access: | https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/139544 |
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| Summary: | This document provides an overview of the winged bean (Psophocarpus tetragonolobus), highlighting its nutritional benefits, particularly its high protein content. The plant, also known as goa bean or princess bean, is similar to the garden pole bean and is cultivated for its edible parts, including pods, seeds, and tuberous roots. The article discusses the plant's growth requirements, emphasizing its suitability for short-day conditions and its limited commercial cultivation in South Florida. It also notes the challenges in sourcing seeds for planting. Original publication date May 1994.
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| ISSN: | 2576-0009 |